Harema Hana: Modern Apartment in Haebaru's Popular Tsukayama Area
This modern apartment, located in the popular Tsukayama area of Haebaru Town, Okinawa, offers a comfortable and well-equipped living space. The property features a 2LDK layout with approximately 55 square meters of floor space, built in 2020, making it a relatively new construction. The floor plan is thoughtfully designed with a straight-line kitchen and living area to streamline household chores. The living room is equipped with an air conditioning unit.
The apartment comes with a comprehensive list of facilities and equipment. These include a gas stove, a system kitchen, a counter kitchen, propane gas, a separate bath and toilet, a bathtub, a gas clothes dryer, an independent washbasin, cooling/air conditioning, a closet, a shoe cupboard, BS/CS satellite broadcasting, internet connectivity with free internet service, an auto-lock entrance, a monitor-equipped intercom, a parcel delivery box, and an indoor space for a washing machine. The building is constructed with reinforced concrete (RC).
Regarding financial details, the monthly rent is 91,000 yen. Additional monthly fees include a common area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen, a parking fee of 4,400 yen, a "peace of mind support" fee of 1,650 yen, a sanitation fee of 550 yen, and a monthly guarantee fee of 2,515 yen, bringing the total monthly cost to 103,115 yen. The initial move-in costs are substantial. They include the first month's rent of 100,600 yen (including prorated amount), a security deposit of 91,000 yen (equivalent to one month's rent), a key money (gratuity) payment of 91,000 yen (equivalent to one month's rent), a parking fee of 4,400 yen, a rent guarantee fee of 50,300 yen, an agency commission of 100,100 yen, a silver ion antibacterial treatment fee of 16,500 yen, a key replacement fee of 16,500 yen, and fire insurance of 18,000 yen. The total initial cost amounts to 488,400 yen plus the prorated daily rent. The rental contract is a fixed-term lease for 2.0 years, and a guarantor is not required.
Haebaru Town is a centrally located municipality in Okinawa Prefecture, offering a blend of residential calm and convenient access. An interesting local fact is that Haebaru was historically a center for the production of bingata, a traditional Okinawan dyed textile known for its vibrant colors and patterns. The area provides a more relaxed pace of life while still being within reasonable commuting distance of the prefectural capital, Naha. The closest major tourist attraction is the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shuri Castle, the former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located approximately a 55-minute commute via public transport from the property.
